Former Pocatello High School star Ryan Payne played as the West Florida Argonauts fell 53-58 to the West Alabama Tigers in the NCAA Division II Basketball Tournament on Saturday, March 14.
The matchup, held at Rick Case Arena at 11 a.m., marked the teams’ first contest against each other in the tournament.
Idaho State advanced to the Big Sky Softball Championship after defeating Sacramento State with a record seven home runs. Freshman Kira Day hit two homers—including a walk-off—to secure their spot in Thursday’s final.
Idaho State defeated Montana 10-1 on May 4 to move into the Big Sky Softball Tournament semifinals. Strong pitching by Marley Goluskin and key offensive plays led by Kira Day and Ava Brown powered their win.
Idaho State University collected seven All-Big Sky softball honors for standout performances in conference play. Marley Goluskin earned Pitcher of the Year while Andrew Rich was named Co-Coach of the Year.
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